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Cheesy Chicken Crescent Rolls

Cheesy Chicken Crescent Rolls for the Ultimate Comfort Meal

Cheesy Chicken Crescent Rolls are a quick and easy weeknight meal that combines tender chicken and gooey mozzarella wrapped in flaky pastry.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 8 rolls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Filling
  • 1 lb chicken Boneless, skinless, cooked and shredded; rotisserie chicken can be used for quick prep.
  • 1 cup mozzarella cheese Shredded for melting; can substitute cheddar or a cheese blend.
  • 10.5 oz cream of chicken soup Can substitute with cream of mushroom soup for variety.
  • 2 tsp garlic powder Adds aromatic flavor.
  • 2 tsp oregano Enhances the overall taste.
For the Crescent Rolls
  • 2 packages crescent rolls Each package contains 8 rolls; puff pastry can be used as a gluten-free alternative.
  • 10.5 oz milk Use the empty soup can for easy measurement.

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • medium saucepan
  • 9x13 baking dish
  • Spatula

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken, ½ cup of mozzarella cheese, garlic powder, and oregano. Stir well and set aside.
  2. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Unroll the crescent rolls on a clean surface, separating the triangles.
  3. Place approximately ⅓ cup of the chicken filling at the wide end of each crescent triangle and roll tightly. Arrange in a greased 9x13 baking dish.
  4. In a medium saucepan, combine the remaining mozzarella cheese, cream of chicken soup, and milk. Stir over low heat until melted and smooth.
  5. Pour the cheese sauce evenly over the crescent rolls in the baking dish.
  6. Bake in the preheated oven for 30-40 minutes until golden brown and bubbling.
  7. Allow to cool slightly before serving warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1rollCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 20gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best results, don’t overfill the rolls and cover with foil during baking to retain moisture. Use rotisserie chicken for quicker prep.

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